Questions?

What is Donkey Republic all about?

Hi there! We’re a Copenhagen-based company that’s building a global self-service, 24/7 bike rental service powered by the Donkey Republic App.

We developed an app that allows you to find and unlock a bike with your phone in many cities around the world. That means that it’s now easier than ever to rent a bike wherever, whenever and saddle up in just a few clicks. No internet connection is required, no docking stations, no cash, no ID cards or deposits, no rental shop staff or opening hours. Just absolute freedom to explore the world on two wheels!

So far we’ve helped over 25,000 riders to take the world on two wheels.

Okay, so how do I rent a bike?

That’s super easy! Install our app on your mobile phone, find the nearest rental bike available and rent it in the app. You can rent up to 5 bikes at once, from 2 hours up to multiple weeks. Then get to the bike and unlock it – with another tap in the app.

How much does it cost to rent a bike?

Our bike rental prices vary for different countries, cities, and locations in the city. To see the average bike rental price in each city, go here. Get the exact price for your preferred pick-up location and rental time in the Donkey Republic App.

How do I unlock the bike?

You find your rental bike at the pick-up location by matching the bike ID in the app to the ID on the bike’s handlebar information panel. Once you’re next to the right bike, tap Unlock in the app. You will need to have Bluetooth and location turned on in your phone, but no internet connection is required. The app will connect with the lock and unlock automatically.

Happy Donkey riders

Ege Şahin

The system was amazing, such a simple concept but it works brilliantly. Only bluetooth needed to operate the locks. We were able to extend the rental with a few clicks on the app too. I'd highly recommend!

Become a host for Donkey Bikes

If you have public access space at your home or workplace to park Donkey Bikes then you could earn money on rental, or offer free memberships to your organisation.